Vehicle load limit

Tire and loading information label
The label located on the driver's door
sill gives the original tire size, cold
tire pressures recommended for your
vehicle, the number of people that
can be in your vehicle and vehicle
capacity weight.

Vehicle capacity weight:
385 kg (849 lbs.)
Vehicle capacity weight is the maximum
combined weight of occupants
and cargo. If your vehicle is equipped
with a trailer, the combined weight
includes the tongue load.

However, the seating capacity may
be reduced based upon the weight of
all of the occupants, and the weight
of the cargo being carried or towed.

Do not overload the vehicle as there
is a limit to the total weight, or load
limit including occupants and cargo,
the vehicle can carry.

Towing capacity:
We do not recommend using this
vehicle for trailer towing.

Cargo capacity:
The cargo capacity of your vehicle
will increase or decrease depending
on the weight and the number of
occupants and the tongue load, if
your vehicle is equipped with a trailer.

Steps for determining correct load
limit
1. Locate the statement "The combined
weight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed XXX kg or XXX
lbs.'' on your vehicle's placard.

2. Determine the combined weight of
the driver and passengers that will
be riding in your vehicle.

3. Subtract the combined weight of the
driver and passengers from XXX kg
or XXX lbs.

4. The resulting figure equals the available
amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if the
"XXX" amount equals 385 kg (849
lbs.), and there will be five 68 kg (150
lbs.) passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and luggage
load capacity is 45 kg (99 lbs.).

(385-340 (5 x 68) = 45 kg or 849-750
(5 x 150) = 99 lbs.)
5. Determine the combined weight of
luggage and cargo being loaded on
the vehicle. That weight may not
safely exceed the available cargo
and luggage load capacity calculated
in Step 4.

Refer to your vehicleâ€™s tire and loading information label for specific
information
about your vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined
weight of the driver, passengers and cargo should never exceed your
vehicle's capacity weight.

Certification label
The certification label is located on
the driver's door sill at the center pillar.

This label shows the maximum
allowable weight of the fully loaded
vehicle. This is called the GVWR
(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The
GVWR includes the weight of the
vehicle, all occupants, fuel and
cargo.

This label also tells you the maximum
weight that can be supported
by the front and rear axles, called
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).

To find out the actual loads on your
front and rear axles, you need to go
to a weigh station and weigh your
vehicle.Your dealer can help you with
this. Be sure to spread out your load
equally on both sides of the centerline.

WARNING - Over loading
â€¢ Never exceed the GVWR for
your vehicle, the GAWR for
either the front or rear axle
and vehicle capacity weight.

Exceeding these ratings can
cause an accident or vehicle
damage.You can calculate the
weight of your load by weighing
the items (or people)
before putting them in the
vehicle. Be careful not to overload
your vehicle.

â€¢ Do not load your vehicle any
heavier than the GVWR, either
the maximum front or rear
GAWR and vehicle capacity
weight. If you do, parts,
including tires on your vehicle
can break, and it can change
the way your vehicle handles
and braking ability. This could
cause you to lose control and
crash. Also, overloading can
shorten the life of your vehicle.

The label will help you decide how
much cargo and installed equipment
your vehicle can carry.

If you carry items inside your vehicle
- like suitcases, tools, packages, or
anything else - they are moving as
fast as the vehicle. If you have to stop
or turn quickly, or if there is a crash,
the items will keep going and can
cause an injury if they strike the driver
or a passenger.

WARNING
â€¢ Overloading your vehicle can
cause heat buildup in your
vehicle's tires and possible
tire failure that could lead to a
crash.

â€¢ Overloading your vehicle can
cause increased stopping distances
that could lead to a
crash.

â€¢ A crash resulting from poor
handling vehicle damage, tire
failure, or increased stopping
distances could result in serious
injury or death.

CAUTION
â€¢ Overloading your vehicle may
cause damage. Repairs would
not be covered by your warranty.

Do not overload your vehicle.

â€¢ Using heavier suspension components
to get added durability
might not change your weight
ratings. Ask your dealer to help
you load your vehicle the right
way.

WARNING - Loose cargo
Items you carry inside your
vehicle can strike and injure
occupants in a sudden stop or
turn, or in a crash.

â€¢ Put items in the cargo area of
your vehicle.Try to spread the
weight evenly.

â€¢ Never stack items, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle
above the tops of the seats.

â€¢ Do not leave an unsecured
child restraint in your vehicle.

â€¢ When you carry something
inside the vehicle, secure it.

â€¢ Do not drive with a seat folded
down unless necessary.

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